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Kirstina Olson, MD
Orthopedic Surgery • Foot Orthopedic SurgeryChief, Foot and Ankle Surgery- Telehealth Visits
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Kirstina Olson, MD
Orthopedic Surgery • Foot Orthopedic SurgeryChief, Foot and Ankle Surgery- Telehealth Visits
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About me
Dr. Kirstina Olson is an orthopedic surgeon and chief of foot and ankle surgery at the UCSF Orthopaedic Institute. She treats all conditions of the foot and ankle, including arthritis, bunions, flat feet, tendon disorders and fractures, and performs surgeries ranging from minimally invasive procedures to complex reconstructions. Her goal is to offer treatment options that enable patients to regain a high level of function and improve their quality of life.
In her research, Olson has studied tendons and how to stimulate healing. She has also investigated flatfoot reconstruction surgeries and the use of implants to repair fractures of the foot.
Olson earned her medical degree at the University of Southern California. She completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at University of Chicago Medicine, followed by a foot and ankle fellowship at OrthoCarolina's world-renowned Foot & Ankle Institute.
Olson is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Medical Women's Association, American Orthopaedic Association's Emerging Leaders Program, American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society and Ruth Jackson Orthopaedic Society.
Education & training
Board certification
- Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Fellowship
- Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery, OrthoCarolina Foot and Ankle Fellowship Program
Residency
- Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Chicago
Internship
- Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Chicago
Degree
- MD, Keck School of Medicine at USC
Academic title
- Health Sciences Clinical Professor
My expertise
Specialties
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Foot Orthopedic Surgery
- Foot and Ankle Orthopedic Surgery
- Foot and Ankle Surgery
- Ankle Orthopedic Surgery
- Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery
Conditions
- Osteochondral Lesions
- Foot Fracture
- Ankle Fracture
- Achilles Tendon Tear
- Hammer Toe
- Bunion
- Ankle Sprain
- Ankle Arthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
Treatments
- Arthroscopy of Ankle
Locations
My research
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- May 29, 20263.6 out of 5 Stars
She was behind schedule and seemed very rushed though I'm sure her assessment was valid.
- May 26, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr. Olson and assistant were very efficient and communicative. They explained the diagnosis clearly and answered all my questions. Highly recommend.
- May 26, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Actually listened to me and my worries as clearly knows my issues and has dealt with this before. What was key and part of why it is all very goods is the followup in my charts explaining things and providing notes. Honestly, that is so spectacular as it is tough to recall all details it is very helpful.
- May 14, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Very happy with the care and communication from Dr. Olson. She made sure to ask multiple times if I had questions about what she was telling me. She was also very gentle around the injury site when I told her it was painful.
- April 21, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Professional, detailed explanation of several treatment options. Allowed me to ask questions
- April 19, 20263 out of 5 Stars
Only had a 5min interaction so can't really give anymore than a 3. Definitely could have saved my time, gas and energy for 5 min of care.
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